Aircraft builders can sharpen their skills or learn new ones as the Experimental Aircraft Association brings back its Homebuilders Week series of free online webinars Jan. 26-30, 2026.
Aircraft
Civil Air Patrol expands fleet with 15 new Cessnas
The order includes seven 172s and eight 182s.
Transition training flight ends in crash
Probable Cause: The flight instructor’s failure to maintain control of the airplane after encountering a wind gust during landing.
Picture of the Day: Flying over Mustang Beach
Christian Sanchez submitted this photo and note: “This photograph was taken as a personal treat to celebrate another trip around the sun! It was my first experience at Mustang Beach, and seeing it from pattern altitude added an extra layer of magic to the moment.”
How fast is fast enough?
The history of travel has been long, slow, frequently unsafe, and undeniably tedious. Until the Wright brothers got us airborne.
Celebrating the DC-3’s 90th anniversary
The DC-3 Society is marking the 90th anniversary of the DC-3’s first flight on Dec. 17 with a special week-long broadcast series that brings together the people who know the aircraft best.
Tickets now on sale for FlightSimExpo 2026
The 2026 FlightSimExpo, slated for June 12-14 in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, will feature developers, non-profits, virtual airlines, air traffic control demos, seminars, announcements, off-site activities, and more.
Hartzell Engine Tech introduces new starters for experimental aircraft
The new starters are a fit for any Lycoming-powered homebuilt kit.
Sightseeing flight ends in river
Probable Cause: The pilot’s decision to operate the airplane at a low altitude over a river, and his failure to maintain clearance from the river while maneuvering.